Description
Transport yourself to sun-kissed days with Grandma’s Dandelion Soup, a vibrant and earthy dish that celebrates the beauty of spring flavors. This delightful recipe combines fresh dandelion greens, aromatic garlic, and comforting vegetable broth for a nutritious bowl of warmth. Perfect for using up backyard weeds, this soup is not only easy to make but also brings joy and smiles to your dining table. Whether served with crusty bread or enjoyed solo, each spoonful is a reminder of cherished memories and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh dandelion greens, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the dandelion greens thoroughly and chop them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the dandelion greens and cook until wilted but bright green.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- For a creamy texture, blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth (optional).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg